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Articles about Harris & Moure2008 Ushers in a host of new laws affecting China business law
Dan Harris comments on the implications of new laws and regulations going into effect this year in China. This comprehensive article from the Economist briefs new developments in the areas of regulation, tax, investment and more.
Dan Harris quoted in the National Post
Dan Harris shares his comments on the tough lessons learned from toy recalls. Will recalls spawn lawsuits?
The National Law Journal reviews whether lawsuits are a viable avenue of recourse in China for American companies. Harris & Moure's Dan Harris says the best line of defense is quality checks and solid contracts.
Plenty of finger-pointing when it comes to recalls
Forbes summarizes the concerns of Congress and the Consumer Products Safety Commission, quoting Dan Harris as saying responsibility lies with American companies to not do business with bad Chinese companies.
Recalls raise level of concern about quality of Chinese goods
Harris & Moure partner Dan Harris gives advice to those seeking to avoid such repercussions in the Investor's Business Daily.
Nadja Vietz interviewed in European Weekly
The European Weekly, Pacific Northwest European online paper, published this interesting story about Nadja Vietz and her professional accomplishments.
China's new labor laws bring hope
Dan Harris says in the Christian Science Monitor that for the new labor laws to really be meaningful, enforcement is key.
Forbes on cutbacks to China's tax rebates for exporters
Dan Harris discusses the reasons for and implications of Beijing's decision to reduce the number of tax rebates given to exporters, and what that means for the American consumer.
Harris & Moure and the "Inside Track" on lawyers practicing in China
The June 2007 ABA Journal featured an article on the difficulties facing foreign attorneys and firms attempting to establish themselves in China. Despite government rules forbidding foreign lawyers from practicing, Dan Harris says many still take the risk, knowing the chances of being caught are slim. Dan Harris Quoted in InsideCounsel Magazine
China's problems in 2007 with recalled exports made "The Year in Review" in Inside Counsel Magazine. Charles Moure Interviewed on Fox TV
In this nationwide interview on Fox TV, Charles Moure discussed the international law aspects of a high profile international criminal law case. League of Justice: Washington's Most Amazing Attorneys (1.5MB PDF)
In this original article (PDF), Dan Harris and Steve Dickinson were named as two of the three top international lawyers in Washington. Steve Dickinson was also feted with a cover story describing him as one of Washington's "Most Amazing" lawyers. Foreign law firms face potential crackdown in China, legal fallout could follow
In this Interfax-China article, Steve Dickinson of Harris & Moure, explains the possible effects of a government crackdown on foreign law firm in China. Shanghai Bar Association Goes After Foreign Firms
In this New York Law Journal article, Dan Harris explains the imminent Chinese government crackdown on foreign law firms accused of practicing Chinese Law China Advice, From the Inside
This News Tribune article highlights Harris & Moure's China law practice and the China Law Blog. Interview with Nadja Vietz in "La Gaceta De Los Negocios" (PDF)
This story about Nadja Vietz in "La Gaceta De Los Negocios" ("The Journal of Business"), oftentimes referred to as "Spain's Wall Street Journal," highlights Harris & Moure's European and Latin America law practice. Boutique Mystique
Washington Law & Politics Magazine highlights Harris & Moure as a leading international law boutique firm. Harris & Moure attorney interviewed about Professional Sports Intellectual Property in China
The world’s largest circulation newspaper, the Yoiuri Shimbun, interviews Dan Harris regarding the need for major league sports teams to protect their intellectual property (trademarks) in China. Starbucks in Battle to Protect its Name
Harris & Moure attorney, Steve Dickinson, is interviewed by the Seattle Times regarding China's trademark laws and regarding Starbuck's trademark law problems in China. Harris & Moure attorney discusses international dispute resolution in world's largest circulation newspaper.
In this article from Japan's Yomiuri Shimbum, Dan Harris talks about why he thinks so many companies use American lawyers for their international legal work and why foreign companies like bringing their lawsuits to the United States. Harris & Moure attorney exploits technicality to secure the release of an asset in government forfeiture case.
This article discusses how Dan Harris discovered and then took advantage of a mistake by the United States government in an asset forfeiture case. Harris & Moure goes to Dalian, China, to collect on debt owed to Singapore client.
In this article, Dalian, China, attorney, Zhao Xiaomei discusses how she worked with Harris & Moure to collect on a $400,000+ debt owed by a Russian company to a Singapore fuel services company. Harris & Moure attorney interviewed on National Television regarding Russian law. In this December 22, 2004, interview on Canada's Report on Business Television, Dan Harris is interviewed by Howard Green on The Business News. Harris & Moure attorney interviewed by national press regarding legal ramifications of recent Yukos auction in Russia. In this Knight Ridder article, which was published in many leading newspapers (Miami, Philadelphia, Kansas City), Dan Harris discusses Russia's handling of the Yukos auction and its impact on the rule of law in Russia. Harris & Moure attorney discusses United States' role in international litigation.
In this article from the January 18, 2005 issue of Bankruptcy Court Decisions, Harris & Moure attorney, Dan Harris, discusses the U.S. courts' increasing role in international litigation. Harris & Moure attorney mounts international debt collection efforts.
This article discusses the international debt collection efforts to recover substantial debt owed to various clients. Harris & Moure attorney discusses prospects for European, Asian and American companies in Russia.
In this article, Dan Harris talks about how prospects for European, Asian and American companies seeking to do business in Russia are improving. Harris & Moure attorney discusses dispute resolution in Russia.
In this article, Dan Harris discusses Russian dispute resolution. Harris & Moure discusses international bankruptcies.
In the January 18, 2005 issue of Bankruptcy Court Decisions, a Harris & Moure attorney discusses the increasing role U.S. courts play in international bankruptcies. Harris & Moure is highlighted in the February, 2004, issue of the FRAEC News Digest for its international legal work.
This article highlights Harris & Moure's long history with Russia, the fact that we have a Russian attorney on staff, our foreign language capabilities, and our legal work involving international corporate, trademark, and litigation in China, Korea, Russia, and Vietnam. Harris & Moure attorneys secure release of Russian assets seized by the United States government.
This article discusses how Harris & Moure attorneys avoided a forfeiture of property and negotiated a very favorable settlement with the federal government. Harris & Moure provides legal assistance to national historic treasure KALAKALA.
Harris & Moure provided extensive legal assistance to the KALAKALA in an effort to assist in its preservation as a national historic treasure. Harris & Moure attorney secures release of Russian asset seized by the United States government.
This article discusses how the United States government initially sought $700,000 for the release of a Russian fishing vessel, but then agreed to its release for only $190,000. Harris & Moure attorneys fight for release of Russian fishing vessel seized by the United States government.
This article discusses the initial efforts undertaken by Harris & Moure attorneys to secure the release of a Russian vessel seized by the United States in a government forfeiture action. This vessel was subsequently released upon payment of a fine much less than that initially sought by the government. Harris & Moure successfully collects debt for Japanese company by suing in Tianjin, China.
This article discusses how Harris & Moure was able to collect a debt owed to its Japanese client by pursuing a Russian company in the courts of Tianjin, China. Harris & Moure secures major victory against Holland America Cruise Ship Company
In this federal court ruling, the court holds that cruise ship crew is required to warn passengers of inclement weather and failure to do so can subject the cruise ship company to liability. Harris & Moure Press ReleasesDan Harris and Steve Dickinson Chosen as Top International Lawyers
In a survey of their lawyer peers conducted by Washington CEO Magazine (link: original article), Dan Harris and Steve Dickinson were named as two of the three top international lawyers in Washington. Steve Dickinson was also feted with a cover story describing him as one of Washington's "Most Amazing" lawyers. Harris and Moure Welcomes New Lawyer Nadja Vietz
New Harris & Moure attorney focuses on European Law and is a licensed attorney in both Germany and Spain. Articles Written by Harris & Moure AttorneysBusting the myths surrounding the Chinese legal system
Steve Dickinson debunks popular fallacies about the developing legal system of China in this China Economic Reivew article.
Compendium about US corporate, labor, tax, foreign investment, and real estate laws
Harris & Moure contributed to this publication of E-Iure, a networking association of international law firms, based in Madrid, Spain. Harris & Moure’s contribution consists of five articles, discussing characteristics of the US corporate, labor, tax law, foreign investment regulations, and real estate law.
Chinese Court Rules for Starbucks in Trademark Dispute.
In this article, Steve Dickinson discusses the recent favorable trademark rulings from Chinese courts on behalf of Starbucks. Chinese Trademark Registration — An Essential Primer
This article explains the basics for securing a Chinese trademark to protect your name. Outsourcing in China: Five Basics for Reducing Risk.
In this article, Steve Dickinson discusses the basic steps companies outsourcing to China should take to minimize their risks. The Nuts and Bolts of Forming a Wholly Foreign Owned Entity (WFOE) in China. This article discusses what is required to form a Wholly Foreign Owned Entity (WFOE) in China. Russian Entity Formation: Wholly Foreign Owned Entity (WFOE) Versus Representative Office.
In this article, Dan Harris analyzes the pros and cons of forming a Wholly Foreign Owned Entity in Russia versus going in to Russia with a representative office. Four Essential Principles of Emerging Market Success.
The keys to successful business in emerging markets. Better Legal Billing: Win Win Client Options
In this article, we discuss how getting away from hourly billing can both reduce legal bills and improve the quality of legal services. Cost Crunching Counsel: Nine Keys to Controlling Costs and Improving Legal Services for Your Business.
The title says it all. We tried to come up with a tenth key, but gave up. The Creation of a Domestic Commercial Paper Market in Japan
In this article by Steven Dickinson, the Japanese commercial paper market and its evolution is discussed. Europe's Battle Against Late Payments
In this article, European attorney, Nadja Vietz, analyzes the recent EU Directive for combating late payments in commercial transactions. Legal Ins and Outs of Establishing and Operating a Business by Foreign Investors in Russia.
In this article, our Russian attorney, Elena Yushkina, discusses Russian law regarding foreigners’ forming and operating a business in Russia. This article was published in the January, 2007, Issue of the Washington State Bar News. If you want to learn more about how Harris & Moure can assist you with your own legal needs (be they newsworthy or not), we urge you to contact us so we can tell you how we can help. Our initial consultations are always free.
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